Book details
The Hunter (The Forbidden Game, Vol. 1)
Description
He sold her the game, and Jenny Thornton walked out mesmerized by Julian, the gorgeous cyber-punk with electric blue eyes and frost-white hair. When she and her friends open the plain white box at her boyfriend Tom's birthday party, she chills to the warning: "Entering the Shadow World can be deadly. Do so at your own risk." Spellbound, they piece together the rooms with their darkest nightmares. Suddenly the game is real! They're in the house of horrors, running from The Shadow Man - Julian himself, who forces them to confront their worst nightmares or be lost in a private hell. It's Julian's game, and Jenny is the prize he's stalked for years. He'll do anything to win her as she bargains desperately for her body - and soul . . .
Age
12-18
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
240 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Plot: 'The Hunter' offers a gripping and suspenseful storyline that combines elements of horror, fantasy, and romance. The plot is designed to keep readers on the edge of their seats, eager to find out what happens next.
- Unique Concept: The book introduces readers to a unique and thrilling concept of a game that becomes dangerously real. The blend of supernatural elements with a seemingly innocent game creates a fresh and intriguing narrative.
- Character Development: L. J. Smith is known for creating relatable and dynamic characters. Readers will enjoy following the protagonist, Jenny Thornton, as she navigates through the challenges of the game and evolves throughout the story.
- Series Foundation: As the first volume in 'The Forbidden Game' trilogy, 'The Hunter' sets the stage for an expansive and captivating series. Reading it is essential to understand the characters, the game's rules, and the overarching conflict that will continue to develop in subsequent books.